Advanced Electrolysis: What is it and how does it work?

Many of us suffer with minor skin blemishes that can affect our confidence. These issues are much more common than many people would think, due to a combination of factors including ageing, UV Damage and certain health conditions.

Electrolysis has been used for more than 100 years to treat problems such as broken capillaries, spider naevi and warts. It has progressed dramatically with the ongoing development of modern technology and is a simple and safe technique. Electrolysis  is used to successfully remove, visibly reduce and improve the appearance of unwanted skin blemishes, offering immediate and effective results.

How does it work?

Advanced Electrolysis is a treatment that uses a Thermolysis current and a very fine needle to either cauterise or lift away the superficial epidermis, depending on the type of blemish that is being treated.

What concerns can be treated and what kind of results can be expected?

• Red vein and spider naevi

Fading begins about three weeks after treatment, with the broken capillaries beginning to disappear. Typically up to three treatments may be required, although there may be a noticeable difference after just one treatment.

• Skin Tags

These small blemishes are cauterised and removed instantly, with small red marks or scabbing appearing after treatment. These will disappear after 7-10 days.

• Milia

The current cauterises the blemish and the milia is reabsorbed back into the skin. Results can start to show up to a month after treatment.

• Warts

Often two treatments are needed, taken eight weeks apart, to remove warts.

• Seborrhoeic keratosis

The current is used to lift away and cauterise and scabs will appear for up to two weeks. Once these have healed, you will see that the blemish has been fully removed.

• Sebaceous cyst

These cysts can be quite persistent, depending on their size and the area to be treated. Several treatments maybe needed to reduce or remove the cyst.

• Syringoma

The current applied will shrink the blemish. Small crusts and swellings will then appear, taking up to two weeks to heal.  Several treatments may be needed, depending on the area to be treated.

• Xanthelasma

The current shrinks the blemish, small crusts and swellings will appear which will take up to 2 weeks to heal.  Several treatments may be needed depending on the area to be treated.

• Age spot removal

These blemishes are lifted away and cauterised, leaving small scabs that will disappear over a couple of weeks.

What does the treatment feel like?

Electrolysis clients generally describe the treatment as mildly uncomfortable, with a warm stinging sensation which they find to be easily tolerable.

Consultation and Aftercare

A consultation is given before any advanced electrolysis treatment; this entails a short questionnaire about any health issues that may affect the treatment. We also diagnose the blemish and fully explain the treatment needed, how it will be done, the time it will take and any aftercare required. This is so all our clients are fully informed about the procedure and feel comfortable and relaxed when they go ahead with the treatment.

Please consult your GP if you are unsure of any skin blemishes and growths. Certain medical conditions restrict treatment.